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The official page of the UST History Society (USTHSTSOC), the official student organization for all Thomasian History students.

The UST History Society, officially recognized by the UST Office for Student Affairs in 2015, is an organization which caters the needs of students taking up the History program offered by the University of Santo Tomas- Faculty of Arts and Letters. Embodied with the University’s values of compassion, competence, and commitment, along with the Faculty’s passion for wisdom and beauty, the society commits itself in bringing awareness in the field of History through different activities and interest guilds that will gear its members towards holistic development. Moreover, the Society promotes glory, pride, and honor within its members as they endeavor in being globally-competitive professionals in the near future. LOGO
The logo itself is a Vinta, symbolizing the voyage of the students of the society in the vast Ocean, on what we refer as the field of History. The sail is primarily divided into three. The upper portion shows the colors of the University of Santo Tomas. The middle portion shows the different shades of the Society. Lastly, the lower portion shows the colors of the Faculty of Arts and Letters. Superimposed at the middle portion of the sail is the Baybayin translation of the word Kasaysayan. This symbolizes the History majors’ goal to spread awareness and consciousness to the Filipinos with regard to our own history. The hull of the boat, meanwhile, is colored black, carrying the name of the Society. It is colored such to represent the boldness of the Society—that we will be courageous enough to study History rightly and to correct the mistakes on the study of History.

31/12/2025

A new year invites us to begin again with a clearer purpose to guide our paths. May this season of renewed hope settle in our hearts and give us the strength to boldly pursue the future we hope to build. 🎇🎉

This year, we move forward ready to learn, lead, and serve with intention. May it be defined not only by our achievements but by the personal growth that reflects who we are becoming. 🌱🎊

WELCOME 2026. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO US ALL!

#2026

Board by: Gian Carlo Borre

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31/12/2025

Tonight, we celebrate every effort, every late night, and every shared victory that brought us here. From the memories we created, to the milestones we reached, and the bonds that grew stronger along the way, each moment made this journey meaningful. As we close this chapter with gratitude, we welcome the New Year with brighter hopes and bigger dreams. Here’s to a year of new beginnings, growth, passion, and success for us all. ✨🎉

#2026

Board by: Mikaela Lacastesantos

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30/12/2025

Today we remember José Rizal, not just as a hero of the past, but as a voice of conscience for the present. Through words instead of weapons, he taught us that patriotism begins with critical thinking and the courage to speak truth to power. This December 30th, may we honor Rizal not only with ceremonies, but by continuing his call to love our country through justice, education, and courage. 🪶🇵🇭

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25/12/2025

As the semester draws to a close, we pause to reflect with gratitude on a term well-spent. This Christmas season, we extend our warmest wishes to our beloved HSTomasinos, the UST History Department, and the entire Faculty of Arts and Letters community for a joyful and restful holiday. May this time of celebration bring renewal, inspiration, and enthusiasm as we look ahead to the year to come.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the UST History Society! 🎄✨

Board by: Derrick Cruz

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18/12/2025

On 15 December 1999, the railway route Metro Rail Transit-3 (MRT-3) was inaugurated by then-President Joseph Estrada during its early partial operational phase. This route runs along most of Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) with 13 stations, from North Avenue in Quezon City, all the way to Taft Avenue, Pasay City, stretching a total of 16.9 kilometres, making it a critical and efficient means of transportation in the National Capital Region. The MRT-3 was born out of earlier mass transportation plans from the early-1970s during the Marcos administration and 1980s, and later implemented and constructed during the 1990s despite delays and the Asian Financial Crisis, entering operations by 1999 and fully operational by 2000. Join us and ride along to learn more about the origins of this key rail line in Metro Manila.

Research Material and Captions by: Gianfranco Toledo, Joshua Federico, Carlos Gales, Hannah Veron Urbano

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09/12/2025

LOOK: Last November 29, 2025 (Saturday), the UST AB History Seniors underwent their Thesis Colloquium, presenting their ongoing Thesis for the first time. Though feeling the pressure and anticipation coursing through as they introduce the culmination of all their work so far, the Seniors ultimately pulled it off, leaving with insights that’ll further refine their paper and guide their direction for the future.

Congratulations to our beloved History Seniors! May you carry this momentum all the way to the finish line!

Photos by: Pauline Cabading, Tim Flores, and Ayen Manalili

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09/12/2025

"𝘽𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪'𝙧𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙛𝙬𝙖𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚." - 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙤𝙙𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙍𝙤𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙩 🎯

The UST History Society would like to extend its warmest congratulations to our Ates and Kuyas from 4HST on 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘂𝗺! 🎉✨

Your overwhelming determination, hard work, and fruits of labor have clearly paid off—from spending countless hours in the Library 📚 searching credible sources, to sipping on coffee ☕ to stay awake while revising your papers, and finally presenting your efforts after those sleepless nights 🌙.

Victory comes only after many struggles and countless defeats, but today, you have emerged brilliantly in this Thesis Colloquium 🌟. As you await your final defense, take a moment to breathe and give yourselves a well-deserved rest and pat on the back for this achievement. 🤗

Once again, we at the UST History Society will continue to pray for their success and send our best wishes to the 𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗛𝗦𝗧𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 as they draw closer to graduation 🎓. Remember, believe in yourselves, and you're already halfway to the finish line. 💫

Caption by: Sarah Sandagon
Board by: Derrick Cruz

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08/12/2025

LOOK: The UST History Society, in collaboration with the UST Department of History and Ms. Marie Silva Vallejo, conducted “Revisiting Second World War Narratives from Various Localities: Dauntless Book Talk by Ms. Marie Silva Vallejo” last November 27, 2025 (Thursday) at the Florence Nightingale Auditorium.

The event starred Ms. Marie Silva Vallejo, author of the featured book “Dauntless: The 1st & 2nd Filipino Infantry Regiments, United States Army”, and Assoc. Prof. Tyrone Jann DC. Nepomuceno, CCEO, LPT, PhD., as the insightful reactor from the UST History Department.

We express our sincerest gratitude for all the participants of this enlightening exploration into histories often untold. We hope that you enjoyed and that you join us for the next historical journey!

Photos by: Pauline Cabading and Jan Camacho

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08/12/2025

Today, the Church celebrates one of the most profound mysteries of God’s love: that Mary, from the very first moment of her existence, was preserved from original sin. She was born entirely pure, free, and ready to embrace God’s mission with her whole heart.

This reminds us that God’s plan for salvation was set in motion long before the birth of Jesus Christ. Mary’s Immaculate Conception shows us the transformative power of God’s grace and its ability to give us strength. 🙏✨️

Board by: Derrick Cruz

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30/11/2025

Andres Bonifacio is a pivotal figure in Philippine history, known as one of the founders of the Katipunan movement that sought the independence of the archipelago from Spain, and for heralding the fight for independence through the initiation of the Philippine Revolution. In honour of his heroism, we join in commemoration of Bonifacio Day through a recommendation of selected works and readings that will deepen your understanding of the history of Andres Bonifacio’s life, his works, and his social milieu.

Research and Captions by: Gianfranco Toledo, Joshua Federico, Carlos Gales, Hannah Veron Urbano
Board by: Kim Chao

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